Susan Maes is a financial advisor with NWF Advisory Services Inc, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 32 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at The Ameriflex Group, Osaic, TFS Securities, Inc., LPL Financial, and Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. She also operates a sole proprietorship, Maes Financial, and is licensed as an insurance agent for term life and health insurance. NWF Advisory Services, Inc. provides portfolio management and financial planning primarily to individual and high-net-worth clients, offering retirement plan consulting and trust and estate services. The firm manages approximately $3.82 billion in assets and delivers both wrap and non-wrap account programs through discretionary and non-discretionary relationships, utilizing an open-architecture wealth management platform with a mix of strategic and tactical investment approaches.

Christine La Valle is a financial advisor at Santander Securities LLC with 12 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Santander in various capacities since 2007. Santander Securities LLC serves a broad retail client base with approximately $3.14 billion in regulatory assets under management. The firm offers investment advisory services, portfolio management through wrap-fee programs, goal-based financial planning, and access to securities-based lending and insurance products.

Dylan Cinardo is a financial advisor with Santander Securities LLC in Lakewood, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and with three years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company and Northwestern Mutual Investment Services LLC, as well as work with emergency medical services organizations. He also founded Attention to Detail Janitorial Services, LLC. Santander Securities LLC serves a broad retail client base, offering investment advisory services, portfolio management through wrap-fee programs, and access to securities-based lending and insurance products. The firm provides multiple managed account strategies implemented by third-party managers and maintains affiliated banking relationships that support its cash sweep programs.

James Boyle is a financial advisor with Alexander Capital Wealth Management LLC in Manasquan, NJ, holding a Series 66 designation and 19 years of industry experience. He has been with Cetera Advisors LLC since 2013. Outside of his advisory role, Boyle serves as a broker for AFLAC supplemental insurance through JFB III LLC. Alexander Capital Wealth Management LLC provides portfolio management services to individual and high-net-worth clients, primarily through wrap-fee programs. The firm uses a combination of cyclical, technical, and fundamental analysis with both long- and short-term trading strategies, managing approximately $212.1 million in discretionary assets.

William Ippolito is a financial advisor at Alexander Capital Wealth Management LLC with three years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC. Prior to his financial career, he served at the Point Pleasant Beach Police Department for 27 years. Outside of advising, he owns a private detective agency and is involved in private investigations and employee background checks. Alexander Capital Wealth Management LLC provides portfolio management services to individual and high-net-worth clients through discretionary and non-discretionary accounts, primarily via wrap-fee programs. The firm uses a combination of cyclical, technical, and fundamental analysis and employs both long- and short-term trading strategies, managing approximately $212.1 million in discretionary assets.

Daniel Delrosso is a financial advisor with Aegis Capital Corp. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has 27 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Aegis in 2023, he worked at IC Advisory Services Inc and The Investment Center Inc from 2015 to 2023. He is also president of D.DELRO CORP-PERSONAL PORTFOLIO, a personal asset holding company established in 2006. Aegis Capital Corp. serves individual investors, retirement and benefit plans, trusts, estates, and corporate clients by providing investment advisory and brokerage services, financial planning, and access to managed account programs. The firm offers both discretionary and non-discretionary account options and supports a variety of client objectives through multiple program platforms.

Collin Turner is a financial advisor with Foundations Investment Advisors LLC, holding a Series 65 designation and just beginning his career in the industry. His prior work history includes roles at Mclean Advisory Group, Planning Alliance, and experience in education at various institutions. Foundations Investment Advisors, LLC provides financial planning and portfolio management to a wide range of clients, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and retirement plans, using model portfolios and an approach that combines fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis.

Joseph Merkle is a financial advisor at NorthCoast Asset Management LLC with 12 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 65 designation and has worked at Kovitz Investment Group Partners, LLC, Connectus Wealth, and NorthCoast Asset Management. Outside of his advisory role, he is a partner in Arthur & Associates, LLC, a real estate business focused on identifying and funding investment opportunities. NorthCoast Asset Management provides discretionary portfolio management and financial planning services to individuals, including high-net-worth clients, as well as institutional and intermediary clients. The firm employs a quantitatively driven, systematic investment approach and offers a range of strategies including equity, fixed income, options overlays, and alternative interval funds.

William Skillender is a financial advisor at Madison Avenue Securities, LLC with 18 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at Broker Dealer Financial Services Corp from 2009 to 2017. Outside of his advisory role, he owns and operates William Skillender Wealth Management Tax Advisory, focusing on insurance products, and is involved in a book promotion venture as well as a Medicare partnership program. Madison Avenue Securities, LLC serves individual clients, charitable institutions, foundations, trusts, and employer-sponsored retirement plans, managing approximately $2.0 billion in assets. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through various account platforms and employs multiple investment strategies across discretionary and non-discretionary accounts.

Edward Grampp Jr. is a financial advisor with Santander Securities LLC in Manchester, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 18 years of industry experience. He has worked with Santander Securities since 2012 and has been affiliated with Santander Bank, NA since 2010. Santander Securities LLC provides investment advisory and related services to a diverse client base, including individuals, corporations, charitable organizations, and institutional clients. The firm offers wrap-fee advisory programs and financial planning services, delivering investment advice primarily through the FMAX managed-account platform.

James Dessjuk is a financial advisor at Aegis Capital Corp. with 30 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at Ic Advisory Services Inc and The Investment Center Inc for eight years. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with Healthcare Solutions Teams as an insurance specialist focusing on health, dental, and vision coverage. Aegis Capital Corp. serves individual investors, retirement and benefit plans, trusts, estates, and corporate clients by providing investment advisory and brokerage services, financial planning, and access to managed account programs through RBC and AXOS platforms. The firm offers both discretionary and non-discretionary account options and supports a range of client types with trade execution, clearing, custody, and reporting services.

Patrick Pryz is a CFP® professional with 17 years of industry experience. He is currently with Mariner and has previously worked at Msec, LLC, Millington Securities, Inc., WBI Investments Inc., and Quasar Distributors, LLC. Pryz holds Series 65 and Series 66 registrations. Mariner serves a diverse client base including individuals, pension plans, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations through investment management, financial planning, retirement consulting, and access to pooled vehicles and third-party managers. The firm employs discretionary, customized portfolios supported by an internal team and external managers, offering a range of strategies including equity, fixed income, alternatives, and digital assets, along with integrated tax and accounting services uncommon at its enterprise scale.

Patrick Housen is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®) with 14 years of industry experience. He has been with Mariner since 2014 and previously worked at Lincoln Investment and Capital Analysts Incorporated. Outside of advisory work, he owns an LLC that invests in a franchise store. Mariner serves a diverse client base including individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations, offering investment management, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and tax services. The firm combines in-house research with third-party managers to implement customized portfolios and maintains integrated tax and accounting capabilities alongside administrative CFO services.

Christopher Roth is a financial advisor with Equity Services, Inc. (ESI Financial Advisors) in Barnegat, NJ. He holds the Series 63 designation and has 37 years of industry experience, including 28 years with Equity Services. In addition to his advisory role, he works as an insurance agent selling life, disability, and health insurance. Equity Services, Inc. provides financial planning, consulting, and asset management services to individuals, corporations, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employer retirement plans. The firm offers multiple advisory platforms utilizing third-party asset managers and model portfolios, combining long-term strategies with options for shorter-term trading and specialized instruments.

Sean Monahan is a CFP® professional with over 23 years of experience in the financial industry. He is affiliated with Commonwealth Financial Network and has been involved with Financial Alternatives, Inc. since 2009. Monahan serves as president and owner of Financial Alternatives, LLC, and acts as a FINRA arbitrator. Commonwealth Financial Network is a registered investment adviser supporting a national network of approximately 2,950 advisors and their clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and services, including wealth management and retirement plan consulting, and provides operational, compliance, and practice-management support to affiliated advisors.

Michael Ferrone is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 37 years of industry experience. His career includes positions at Park Avenue Securities and Guardian Life Insurance Company, where he has been licensed since 1988. Ferrone is also licensed to sell insurance products outside of Guardian. Park Avenue Securities serves a broad retail client base with a mix of brokerage and advisory services, offering proprietary and third-party investment programs alongside financial planning and consulting.

Robert Richards is a CFP® professional with 44 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Commonwealth Financial Network. He has held roles at EPA Financial Services since 2020, serving as CEO and part owner, and previously worked at Ameriprise Financial Advisors and Cambridge Investment Research Advisors. Commonwealth Financial Network is a registered investment adviser supporting a national network of approximately 2,950 advisors with a variety of advisory programs and services, including wealth management and retirement plan consulting. The firm provides operational, trading, technology, investment management, compliance, and practice-management support while allowing advisors discretion to build client portfolios from diverse securities and insurance products.

Robert Hannam is a financial advisor with Commonwealth Financial Network, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 35 years of industry experience. He previously worked at LPL Financial for 15 years and Safe Harbor Wealth Management. Outside of advising, he is a co-owner of Sportsbeef USA, a sports reality television company, and is involved in tax preparation services through Ocean Tax Pros. Commonwealth Financial Network serves a national network of approximately 2,950 advisors, providing a range of advisory programs and back-office support including investment management, technology, and compliance. The firm offers customizable portfolio solutions and discretionary model portfolios managed by its Investment Management and Research team.

George Steiner is a financial advisor at Mariner with 19 years of industry experience and holds a Series 65 credential. His prior work includes positions at Msec, LLC, Capital Analysts, Inc., Lincoln Investment, and various Mariner entities. Outside of his advisory role, he is a firefighter with the FDNY and serves as vice chair for the Manasquan Turkey Run, a local fundraising event. Mariner serves a diverse client base including individuals, trusts, pension plans, and charitable organizations, offering investment management, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and tax services. The firm employs a discretionary, customized portfolio approach supported by an Investment Committee and internal research, integrating tax and accounting services alongside typical portfolio management.

Bryan Sitzer is a financial advisor at Farther with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and four years of industry experience. His prior career includes roles at CohnReznick, EisnerAmpner, and Ernst & Young, among others. Farther provides discretionary investment management and advisory services primarily to individual investors, trusts, and estates through a web and mobile platform combined with in-person meetings. The firm employs a Modern Portfolio Theory-based approach utilizing proprietary model portfolios and algorithmic rebalancing, mainly investing in ETFs, mutual funds, equities, and fixed income.